Nursing Professional Development Specialist (LMS Administrator)

Position Summary  

At Stony Brook Medicine, a Nursing Professional Development Specialist is a valuable member of our team.  The NPD specialist is responsible for the design, implementation and evaluation of curriculum and programs that enhance the skill, knowledge and competency amongst the nursing staff as well as promotion of professional growth.  

Duties of a Nursing Professional Development Specialist may include the following but are not limited to:  

• Conducts assessments to identify learning needs of nursing staff and gaps in clinical practice. Collaborate with nursing leadership to determine educational priorities.
• Implements educational sessions, both in-person and online, using various teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Participates in the onboarding of all levels of nursing personnel orientation, basic skills training, progressive and critical care and continuing education
• Assists unit-based educators and nurse specialists with instructional needs for staff and patient education programs
• Integrates evidence-based practice and current research into educational content
• Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and support professional development initiatives
• Promotes lifelong learning and professional certification among nursing staff 

Qualifications

Required:    

• Current New York State RN License. 
• Minimum 5 years clinical experience in acute care nursing. 
• BSN, and Master's Degree in Nursing or currently enrolled in a Master's Degree Program in Nursing.

Preferred:  

• Previous experience in nursing education.
• Specialty Certification. 
• Master's Degree program in Nursing with a concentration in Nursing Informatics.
• Advanced knowledge of Learning Management Systems and Cerner PowerChart. 

Special Notes :   Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview :  This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).  

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

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• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary. 
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. 
• This function/position may be designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities. 

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:  

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s). 

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.  

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

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Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.  

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Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position is - $105000 - $149704 / year. 

The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.  The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience.  Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:

·       Location pay for UUP full-time positions ($3400)

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and state pension that add to your bottom line.